Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] The healthcare sector faces a projected shortfall of 10 million workers by 2030, driving massive recruitment globally. AscendurePro
• [New] Healthcare will generate 1.8 million new positions annually through 2030. AscendurePro
• [New] If FDA clearance for continuous glucose monitoring arrives in the Apple Watch by late 2026 or early 2027, it could catalyse a reordering of the entire health wearables value chain - pulling payer reimbursement, physician prescribing behaviour, and enterprise health plan design into Apple's orbit. BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS
• [New] Mental health SaaS tailored for workplaces is surging, forecasted at 25% growth in 2026 as burnout rises. Appscrip
• [New] The National Rural Health Association predicts deep harm to rural patients, with many areas potentially losing their only hospital or emergency department. World Socialist Web Site
• [New] According to the World Health Organization, climate change is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year between 2030 and 2050 due to malnutrition, malaria, diarrhea, and heat stress. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] The health impact of climate change depends on population vulnerability, resilience, and adaptation capacity. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Removing procedural hurdles will improve confidence among overseas Indians looking to invest back home, especially in well-governed, transparent projects. squarefootstory.com
• [New] The increasing significance of precision fermentation presents important opportunities to enhance global nutrition, support human well-being, and contribute to the development of resilient and sustainable food systems. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] The potential of CRISPR-Cas genome editing has been well demonstrated in India's trailblazing success with the development and release of its first genome-edited rice varieties-DRR Rice 100 and Pusa DST Rice 1. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Cardiovascular health has the most robust evidence base, with multiple large-scale meta-analyses confirming that sufficient EPA and DHA intake is associated with reduced triglyceride levels and lower risk of cardiac events. NFO by Norwegian Fish Oil
• [New] While GMCs have been developed with increased yields, improved shelf life, reduced pesticide and herbicide use, and improved stress tolerance, potential risks such as health hazards and socioeconomic impacts on smallholding farmers in the developing world cannot be disregarded. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] In 2026, mental health support is expected to become embedded into everyday life through workplaces, schools, apps, wearable technology, pharmacies, and community programs. campbellhealthsolution.org
• [New] 2026 could become the year mental health services move from reactive treatment to proactive, always-available support systems. campbellhealthsolution.org
• [New] Pharmacists will now have stronger reimbursement options through Medicare while being able to more sustainably dispense medications. Pharmacy Times
• [New] Dengue is a rapidly expanding global health threat driven by urbanization, climate change, and complex transmission dynamics. PubMed
• [New] Despite the progress made in oral health and physical activity, childhood obesity remains a pressing issue for the United States, with 57.3% of US children predicted to be obese by 2050. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Frequent dental visits can enable earlier detection of oral cancer, gum disease, and cavities for proactive treatment, which will improve the overall health of residents of the United States. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Healthy People 2030 is the latest iteration of a series of decennial initiatives by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to improve societal health and well-being, with set targets to be achieved by 2030. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Investment opportunities abound in technological innovations and the integration of AI and IoT in healthcare systems, with emerging markets in Asia Pacific expected to exhibit the fastest growth due to increasing healthcare investments and technological adoption. The Niche Research
• [New] As patient-centered care models gain prominence and consumer health technology familiarity increases, remote monitoring program enrolment and engagement across North America will grow. Mobility Foresights

Last updated: 17 May 2026